Knight Hennessy Scholars Scholarship, Stanford University 2026

Stanford University invites applications for the Knight Hennessy Scholars Scholarship, Stanford University 2026, from students with a Bachelor's degree who are willing to enrol for a full-time graduate degree program at Stanford. The scholarship provides a unique opportunity for scholars to develop both the range and depth of subject expertise to face numerous grand opportunities and challenges of the future. Selected candidates will receive multiple awards.

Source: knight-hennessy.stanford.edu

The scholarship is being offered by Stanford University under its King Global Leadership Program.

To be eligible, an applicant must:-

• have a Bachelor's degree in 2019 or later
• be applying to enrol in a full-time graduate degree program at Stanford
• be fulfilling the requirements of a graduate degree program, like GMAT, GRE, LSAT, MCAT scores and proficiency in the English language

Every year, up to 100 high achieving students are selected for this scholarship that comprises:-

• Full tuition
• Stipend for academic and living expenses
• Travel stipend 
• Other related expenses

Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button.
Step 2: Click the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details. (Note:- If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID)
Step 3: Scroll down and click the apply button.
Step 4: Read all the instructions carefully. 
Step 5: Click the 'Start your application' button. 
Step 6: New users need to create an account, while existing users can log in to start the application. 
Step 7: Once logged into the account successfully, start filling out the application. 
Step 8: Upload supporting documents (if required).
Step 9: Submit the application.

• Resume of one page
• Academic transcripts
• Standardised test scores of IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE
• Recommendation letters
• An essay of not more than 1,000 words

A high-achieving student who is an independent thinker, displays purposeful leadership, and has a civic orientation is eligible to receive this scholarship.

Application Deadline: 8 October 2025 (1 AM Pacific Time)

Question: Who is offering this scholarship?
Answer: The scholarship is being offered by Stanford University under its King Global Leadership Program.

Question: Are there extra benefits for disabled students?
Answer: All candidates will receive equal benefits.

Question: What is the mode of application?
Answer: The application is online through the official website.